IPL 2025 : RCB vs KKR Head-to-Head and AI Predictions

By Chirag - May 17, 2025 07:52 AM
Last updated on May 17, 2025 11:17 AM

The IPL 2025 season resumes with a high-stakes encounter as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) face off against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Match 58 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, on Saturday, May 17. This match marks the league’s return following a one-week pause after the abandoned game between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Delhi Capitals (DC) in Dharamsala.

Match Details

• Match: Royal Challengers Bengaluru(RCB) vs Kolkata Knight Riders(KKR), 58th Match, IPL 2025
• Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025
• Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
• Time: 7:30 PM IST>
• Live Broadcast: Star Sports Network
• Live Streaming: JioHotstar

Match Preview

RCB are in excellent form, currently on a four-match winning streak, with 16 points from 11 games. A win in this match would ensure their qualification for the playoffs and could also see them move to the top of the points table. Led by consistent performances from both batters and bowlers, they will look to make the most of their home advantage.

KKR, meanwhile, find themselves in a must-win situation. With 11 points from 12 matches, their playoff hopes are hanging by a thread. Their recent narrow defeat to Chennai Super Kings was a serious blow to their campaign, and they now need to win their remaining matches while depending on other results to stay in the hunt.

Head-to-Head Record

• Total Matches Played: 35
• Matches Won by RCB: 15
• Matches Won by KKR: 20
• No Result: 0

At M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru:

• Matches Played: 12
• RCB Wins: 4
• KKR Wins: 8
• No Result: 0

KKR have a superior record overall and especially in Bengaluru, making them a challenging opponent despite their current position on the table. But at Eden Gardens, RCB prevailed by 7 wickets in their last encounter this season.

Recent Form - Last Five Meetings

1. RCB won by 7 wickets
2. KKR won by 1 run
3. KKR won by 7 wickets
4. KKR won by 21 runs
5. KKR won by 81 runs

KKR have enjoyed more success in recent encounters, although RCB broke the streak with a convincing win earlier this season.

AI-Based Match Prediction

An AI-powered prediction model based on current form, team balance, and venue statistics gives the edge to RCB.

• RCB Win Probability: 63%
• KKR Win Probability: 37%

Because of their batting depth, home advantage, and present momentum, RCB is a serious contender. However, KKR possess experienced match-winners who could tilt the game in their favor if they perform collectively.

Probable Playing 11

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB):

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1. Virat Kohli, 2. Jacob Bethell, 3. Mayank Agarwal, 4. Rajat Patidar (C), 5. Jitesh Sharma (WK), 6. Tim David, 7. Krunal Pandya, 8. Romario Shepherd, 9. Bhuvneshwar Kumar, 10. Lungi Ngidi, 11. Yash Dayal

Impact Players: 1. Rasikh Salam, 2. Manoj Bhandage, 3. Swapnil Singh, 4. Suyash Sharma

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) :

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1. Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), 2. Sunil Narine, 3. Ajinkya Rahane (C), 4. Angkrish Raghuvanshi, 5. Andre Russell, 6. Manish Pandey, 7. Rinku Singh, 8. Moeen Ali, 9. Ramandeep Singh, 10. Vaibhav Arora, 11. Varun Chakravarthy

Impact Players: 1. Venkatesh Iyer, 2. Luvnith Sisodia, 3. Rovman Powell, 4. Anukul Roy

Also Read: RCB vs KKR Dream11 Team, My11circle Prediction, Pitch and Weather Report

Key Battles to Watch

• Virat Kohli vs Sunil Narine – A struggle for strategy and experience that could affect the powerplay.
• Andre Russell vs RCB Pacers – It will be vital if Russell can dominate in the last overs.
• RCB’s top order vs KKR’s spin attack – With a high-scoring venue like Chinnaswamy, how RCB handle the spin duo of Narine and Chakravarthy will be key.

Conclusion

As the IPL 2025 season enters its final leg, this match holds significant importance. While KKR is battling for survival, RCB is on the verge of qualifying for the playoffs. The home side goes in as favorites, but if KKR’s big names step up, a close contest is on the cards. Expect a thrilling game that could define the playoff landscape.

Prediction: Royal Challengers Bengaluru to win, with KKR requiring something special to cause an upset.

Also Read: Kya Kal Ka RCB vs KKR IPL 2025 Match Barish Se Cancel Hoga?

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